Business Growth Secrets

On today's show, I'm back again with Dan Salmon to answer another audience question - "Should I do away with the people on my email list who aren't engaged?" This is a quick episode, but it's super important to every business.   On average, you should be making £1 per month, per person from your list. If you're not doing that, then you're not doing enough. This episode will explain exactly what yo...

On this episode, I'm joined by Dan Salmon, founder of the luxury travel consultancy Never A Wasted Journey. You're going to hear much more from Dan in our next few episodes, but today he's here to help me answer a very important question: How do you manage new customer inquiries when your business and social media are blowing up?   We'll cover tips on how to set customer expectations, delegate men...

I'm happy to finally bring on a man who I've mentioned many, many times on this podcast before - Ross Temple. Ross is one of our lead coaches at Big Business Events, and he's here to talk about your mindset and what it takes for you to get better results.   Today Ross and I discuss the biggest challenges business owners face (and how to avoid them), what someone just starting out in business must...

On today's podcast, I'm sharing another excerpt from the Q&A I recently did on Facebook for my Big Business Events Members Network.     On the surface, today's question is about how to raise funding for your business. But the real question is much deeper - How badly do you want to succeed? Are you willing to do whatever it takes?    Take a listen to find out the sacrifices I made to get my first b...

In today's podcast, I'm talking to Gary Das about his business and the amazing success he's had finding clients by making videos on social media.   Gary runs an extremely successful mortgage business and today he'll tell you how to overcome your fear of producing videos (especially if you think you have a "face for radio"), advice on dealing with negative comments, where to get content ideas from,...

If you've ever been so busy that you find yourself completely de-energized and de-motivated, then today's podcast is for you...   We'll cover how you can use different tools like podcasts and music to put yourself in an energized mental state, setting goals in the right way to keep motivation up and get results for you and your clients, and the best way to shake up your routine and change your bus...

On today's podcast, I'm sharing another excerpt from the Q&A I recently did on Facebook for my Big Business Events Members Network.    We had some great questions in the full hour long session I did, but these two had the most interest...   1. How do you design a modular course for an online system? 2. How do you motivate a team of 5+ when they don't seem interested in personal development?   Adam...

What's the core message of your business? How long have you been using it? Is it actually working? Does it speak to as many people as it should? Do you know what messages you DON'T want to communicate?   If you don't know the answers to these questions, then this episode is for you. Today I'll explain how to position the message of your business in a way that influences and attracts people to YOU....

When's the last time you updated your website? If it's been a few years, then this episode should be your wake up call - your website needs a refresh.   Today we'll discuss how to keep your website relevant, using your site to focus and accelerate your customer's journey, and what I'm doing to update my own website right now.   Listen to this episode and start looking at your website in the cold l...

On today's podcast, I'm sharing a Q&A I recently did on Facebook for my Big Business Events Members Network. Listen to find out info about our upcoming event Magentise Your Message + our 3 Day Business Bootcamp on the 6-8th of September...   We had some great questions on the Q&A and I think you're going to get a lot out of it...   1. What percentage of time and money should be spent on marketing...

Today we're going to cover the key takeaways from my recent event in America. Even though I was teaching at the event, I was also learning. I think I might've taken more notes than anyone.    So, that's the lesson I want you internalize - always be listening, always be open to receiving more, never say "I've heard that before. I already know it." If you take the time to continuously find coaches a...

Most people think being great at sales requires a silver tongue, but it's really about having the right structure. If you have a structure that walks a client from A to Z through your process in a way that doesn't annoy them but instead helps them, everything becomes easier.   On today's podcast, we'll cover how to make a fantastic first impression, the keys to qualifying your clients, how to nego...

Today we'll talk about the biggest mistake people make on stage (spoiler: it's usually the first thing they say), how to structure your speeches to make potential customers want to hand you their money, and how most speakers blow that opportunity by failing to close with a strong call to action.    Of course, the biggest mistake of all is refusing to get up and share your message. Remember - speak...

If you want to take your business to the next level, I truly believe that developing your speaking skills is the key. That's why I'm here in America attending a high level speaker training to both share my knowledge and learn from a mentor who helped me get my start.    On today's podcast, you'll learn about a surprising place you can find great salespeople, how I was able to enjoy my recent trave...

Are you moving forward or are you stuck? If you're not constantly seeking out more information, I know the answer.   Today, we'll talk about two of my students who have both been very successful but have different mentalities about what they need to continue growing.    It takes a commitment to improvement to reach the next level, and you can start by listening to this podcast.  Adams website: htt...

Today's episode is a short but powerful snippet from my interview with Randi Zuckerberg, former Director of Market Development and spokesperson for Facebook.   I ask Randi about the excellent advice she gave to her brother, Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg, and I think her answer will stick with you throughout the day.  Adams website: https://www.adamstott.com/?el=Pod Watch the Episode on Adam's YouTu...

Consuming information is great. You increase your knowledge and capabilities. But are you taking the time to actually apply the information in your business?   On today's podcast, we'll discuss some of my recent events, how I structure them to ensure our clients success, and how you can change your mentality and approach to information to keep growing your business.  Adams website: https://www.ada...

On today's podcast, I get to interview Alfie Best. Alfie is featured on the Times Rich List due to his extremely successful caravan park business - amongst others. We'll speak to Alfie about his early life and career and how it progressed from selling cars and vans at the age of 14 to establishing his company Wyldecrest Parks as one of the largest park home operators in the country and his many ot...

Today's episode might be a little controversial... See, I believe there's only one skill that every great business owner needs. And if you learn this skill, you'll literally be able to accomplish ANYTHING.   Do you think you have what it takes to be a great business owner? Take a listen and find out. Adams website: https://www.adamstott.com/?el=Pod Watch the Episode on Adam's YouTube Channel: http...

On Today's podcast, I meet up with Joseph Valente, successful entrepreneur and The Apprentice winner from 2015. We talk about how he built his company, ImpraGas, what it was like to win The Apprentice, how to deal with risk, doubt and rejection, and his business split from Lord Sugar. This is an interview all about seeing opportunities and taking action – something most people don't have the guts...

Branding is one of the most misunderstood parts of business. It's not about your logo, your website, imagery or colors. That's only a small piece of the puzzle. At the end of the day, your brand is the perception of your product, your service, and yourself. Today we'll talk about the two types of branding (and how you're probably overlooking one of them), how to use business awards to build trust,...

Another beautiful day. Another walk with the dogs. Another podcast about the importance of having conversations. But what happens when the conversation goes wrong? Today, I'll recap our recent event in London which was… a little tougher than expected. The crowd was skeptical - a position I understand, but skepticism stands in the way of people succeeding. It closes doors. Success comes from openin...

Today I'm talking to global fashion icon Calvin Klein. He's a man who needs no introduction because you might even be wearing his underpants right now… This is a quick interview from an event we did in Orlando, but if you want to know how someone who runs a worldwide brand thinks about social media and how it's changing the dynamics for modern businesses, this is a must listen. Adams website: http...

I've said this before, and I'm going to keep repeating it – If you want to grow a business, you must have more conversations with people. More conversations = more opportunities = more results. That's why we do free events. To start having conversations. Today, I'm going to tell you about some of our upcoming free events, why we do them, and how they fit into our client's journey. I'll also cover...

I've seen this a thousand times - Things are going well in your business, but you run into some problems. You get into a state of overwhelm. You get distracted. And then you self-sabotage by cutting things that are producing results, which causes you to go into a downward spiral. Today I'm going to tell you where to focus your efforts instead of making cuts and the one vital area that you must not...